Elbow assembly, bleed

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is soliciting proposals for an Elbow Assembly, Bleed component (NSN: 1560-01-046-1374) used in F-16 Aircraft. This procurement involves submission of written proposals for an Indefinite Quantity Contract with a 60-month term of performance. Key contract requirements include Government Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), adherence to export control regulations, configuration control compliance, and critical application standards. The final contract award decision will be based on a combination of evaluation factors including price, past performance, and other criteria as detailed in the formal solicitation. The solicitation is expected to be issued on or about December 24, 2025, with proposals due by January 23, 2026. Interested vendors should access the solicitation through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) and direct any questions to the contracting officer, Renee Griffin, at renee.griffin@dla.mil.

This procurement is designated as a 100% Total Small Business set-aside, making it available exclusively to small business concerns. The estimated annual quantities for the five-year base period total 40 units annually, representing a full and open procurement under a full and open competition process. The contract will be structured as FOB Destination with inspection and acceptance occurring at the origin. Offerors must complete a copy of the solicitation to be considered for award, and the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) will apply to this engagement. With delivery required 429 days after contract award, interested small businesses should prepare comprehensive proposals that address the government's technical, quality, and performance requirements for this critical aircraft component.